Episode 9 of "Running Point" kicks off with Travis coming clean to Isla about his drug issues and knee injury, his voice laden with sincerity. He pleads with Isla, eyes imploring, to allow him to play in the playoffs and commit to rehab once the season concludes. Travis vows to maintain sobriety until then, and Isla, after a moment of indecision, reluctantly agrees.
As Isla grapples with the pressures of the playoffs, Sandy finds himself consumed by the desire to win back Charlie. He seeks Isla's counsel, but she is distracted by the impending match. Enter Jackie, who steps in with advice about making a grand romantic gesture to recapture Charlie's heart. Sandy initially brushes it off, but later that evening, he finds himself binge-watching romantic comedies, inspired by Jackie's words.
Meanwhile, Marcus confronts Isla, his disappointment palpable, over her decision to let Travis play. He believed Isla cared about the players, unlike her father and Cam. However, he now sees her as no different, prioritizing the season's victory over Travis's well-being. Marcus's words strike a chord in Isla, who begins to second-guess her decision. Seeking clarity, she poses a hypothetical scenario to Jay and Ness, gaining valuable insights from their experiences.
Ness shares his own story of playing through a knee injury out of fear of disappointing his father, only to suffer a more severe tear that ended his career prematurely. His words serve as a stark reminder to Isla that while allowing Travis to play might secure a win, it could also irreparably harm his future.
Elsewhere, Murphy offers Isla a heartfelt apology for his earlier criticisms, commending her for taking a different leadership approach than her predecessors. After the interview, Isla makes a decision that aligns with her conscience, choosing to take Travis to rehab regardless of the potential impact on the game.
Jackie fulfills Sandy's request by bringing Charlie to the game. Sandy, driven by genuine emotion, makes a public confession to Charlie, embarrassing himself in the process but winning Charlie's heart back. They reconcile and ask Jackie to make dinner reservations, only to surprise him by inviting Ness and Bituin instead. Meanwhile, despite Travis's absence, the team rises to the occasion, securing a victorious win.
Earlier, Isla had promised Lev she would attend his pediatrics award ceremony, despite its conflict with the playoffs. Lev understandingly told her it was okay to miss, but she had assured him she would be there. However, her detour to take Travis to rehab causes her to miss the ceremony, leaving Lev high and dry.
Lev finds himself plunged into a profound disappointment by Isla's behavior. He laments that she falls short in showing sufficient concern and devotion to him, neglecting to bestow upon him the attention he craves. Acknowledging the rigorous demands of her new job, Lev nonetheless cannot reconcile himself to the fact that she consistently prioritizes her career over their relationship. Confronted with this realization, Lev concludes that a reassessment of their bond is imperative, prompting him to make the poignant decision to vacate their shared home.
